INDIANAPOLIS — 13News is giving a shout out to our friend Chuck Lofton!

The retired 40-year meteorologist was recognized Thursday by the Downtown Indy Alliance.

Lofton received a lifetime achievement award for all his work with Circle of Lights. He's hosted the event for a decade, welcoming the holiday season to our city. He always connected with the live performers and the people gathered to see Monument Circle glisten.

"For many people, downtown Indy is part of the soundtrack of our life, and that's why this recognition is so incredibly meaningful to me," Lofton said. "To think that in some way I was a small part of those lifetime memories."

And we all know his work announcing the 500 Festival Parade. We're sure he has loved every moment celebrating Indianapolis, the people who call

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